January 23, 2010 Sailing with Mickey on the Magic! **The Crusin' DISers**

[MaryKLady]

I'm trying to book some spa appointments and excursions...what is up with DCL's sytem, holy moly is it slow!

And PALO brunch is gone : (

PALO is gone for brunch. That's ok, DH isn't a big brunch guy any way. He doesn't seen to be into dinner at PALO either

I did get a ressie for a scrub at the spa on day 2....no crusty elbows on formal night here!!! I signed DH up for scuba excursions at Cozumel and Grand Cayman. And DD signed up for kids club.

 

[TraciM]

Hi Holly! I am hoping you can answer a question... The DS is going to be 7 on the cruise. Most of his buddies are are 8 and he is just used to hanging/playing with older kids. He is worried that he is going to be in with a bunch of little kids and will be bored. As one of yours is 7, what is your opinion on that? I know they won't let you move them up unless the kid is within 1 month of turning 8 and his b-day is at the end of November. I am glad there will for sure be 1 other 7 year old on board for him to meet! Is your 7 yr old into sports?

Just wanted to let you know my DS just turned 10 so your little guy will have someone to play with. His friends are younger. I would say 7-9. He plays sports also; Right now he is playing football but has done basketball and soccer in the past.

 

[TraciM]

Not sure if anyone is of the creative kind (I know I am not) but maybe t-shirts for our group can be done (how I do not know). I see all these shirts posted that people have done and they are so darn cute.

 

[Lisa46xx]

^^We've done the disney cruise twice before; the first was when the boys were 3 & 5 and the next year when they were 4 & 6. Both times we had a blast! The boys are now 7 & 9 so maybe they will meet your kids in the club!^^

Hi, Holly! Thanks for the welcome. It sounds like my 8 year old will be with your 9 year old in the Lab and my 5-1/2 year old will be with your 7 year old in the Club. I'm not planning for them to be in the kids' clubs that much, but I am a cruise virgin, so who knows what will happen?

Which shore excursions did people book? We are going to go on our own with the Old Town Trolley in Key West, booked the dolphin swim at Dolphinaris in Cozumel, booked the reef/shipwreck snorkeling in GC, and reserved the snorkel gear/float/bike in CC. Oh, and my hubby is going to parasail in CC. Let's just say that the kids and I are looking forward to that show.

 

[TraciM]

^^We've done the disney cruise twice before; the first was when the boys were 3 & 5 and the next year when they were 4 & 6. Both times we had a blast! The boys are now 7 & 9 so maybe they will meet your kids in the club!^^

Hi, Holly! Thanks for the welcome. It sounds like my 8 year old will be with your 9 year old in the Lab and my 5-1/2 year old will be with your 7 year old in the Club. I'm not planning for them to be in the kids' clubs that much, but I am a cruise virgin, so who knows what will happen?

Which shore excursions did people book? We are going to go on our own with the Old Town Trolley in Key West, booked the dolphin swim at Dolphinaris in Cozumel, booked the reef/shipwreck snorkeling in GC, and reserved the snorkel gear/float/bike in CC. Oh, and my hubby is going to parasail in CC. Let's just say that the kids and I are looking forward to that show.

We did not do any excursions last time and we really regret it. In Key West I think we will do our own thing and not sure about Cozumel and GC yet. We are still waiting on the final word from the military for DH (hope this week) and my Dad’s treatments start tomorrow so not sure if he can do any water activities. We love snorkeling and want to do the reef/shipwreck in GC and I would love to do the underground caverns in Cozumel.

 

[TraciM]

Is it possible to get an updated idea (not final count) of how many cabins will be participating in the FE? I am just trying to get a feel for the numbers. TIA!

 

[Shell427]

Is it possible to get an updated idea (not final count) of how many cabins will be participating in the FE? I am just trying to get a feel for the numbers. TIA!

Yes count us in!!

 

[Lisa46xx]

Count us in for the FE, too! Cabin 2508.

Thanks!

 

[TraciM]

Count us in for the FE, too! Cabin 2508.

Thanks!

I broke down and got my FE from eBay last night. Next up....goodies!

 

[Tinkerkell123]

I broke down and got my FE from eBay last night. Next up....goodies!

I'm about to do the same. What seller did you get yours from?

 

[Lisa46xx]

You ladies are so fancy schmancy...I was planning on using an after-Christmas clearance stocking for our FE.

 

[TraciM]

I'm about to do the same. What seller did you get yours from?

I believe her name was bonnysews. I will have to double check. She emailed me fabrics I could choose from so it's not one of the ones she has listed.

 

[MaryKLady]

Hello fellow Crusin' DIS'ers ​

Hi, I'm Jen and I am a compulsive planner. Since I know there are others of you out there cruising with us, I thought it would be fun if we all got to know each other before we sail.

If you will be cruising with us and want to join in, send me a PM (It will help me keep track.) with...
Your DIS name
Your name (and age if you like)
Those traveling with you (and ages if you like)
Hometown
Cabin number & Do you want to participate in Fish Extenders? (See post #2 about Fish Extenders)
Early(ED) or late dining(LD)

I'll start....

MaryKLady: Jen(34)
Sean(DH39), Ashleigh(DD6)
northern NJ
7620
ED

robertsb 19: Barb(48)
Dale(49) and Julie & Scott
6576, 6578

Shell427: Michelle(38)
Terry(50), Kolten(9)
Beloit, WI
2572
LD

TraciM: Traci(36)
Jessica(DD13), Thomas(DS10) and Traci's parents
Moyock, NC
2611, 2618
ED

tw2123: Teresa
Kyle(DH), Tyler(DS10), Kaylee(DD7)
Michigan
2603
ED

swankybeth: Beth(28)
Saverio(DH31)
Rockville Centre, NY
6076
LD

dotheyes: Dot (older than dirt )
Harry (invented dirt )
central Florida(15 min from Disney)...lucky duck!
7131

Time4disneynow: Monika
Michael(DH)

Jody6VK
(DW)Jody, (DH) Ryan, (DD)10, (DS)8, (DS)6, (DS)4

ontariomonkey: Susie
Sean(DH)

Buzz & Woody: Holly(35)
Mike(DH37), Tyler(DS9), Ryan(DS7)
Barrie, Ontario
FE

Tinkerkell123: Kelli(DW44)
Bert(DH44), Alex(DD9, B-day on 1/28!), Kevin(DS7)
Simpsonville, SC
2111
LD

Lisa46xx: Lisa(34)
Will(DH37), Cameron(DS8), Evan(DS5.5)
Rhode Island
2508

​

I am so excited and can't wait till we're sailing the sea together! ​

Ok, so I updated all the info I could find. Please check your name to see if I've got it right now and let me know.

Buzz & Woody I need your cabin #, I couldn't find it anywhere...it could just be me

 

[MaryKLady]

Hi Jen! Anyone new on the list? What is the cut off date for FE sign-up?

Here you go...

Here is the link to our website...
The Crusin' DIS'ers
Please remember, this site is just a friendly informational site to keep us better organized. If you have suggestions or want to add anything please let me know, you're amongst friends!

Fish Extenders
This is completely optional. Feel free to do or spend whatever you're comfortable with. Some people buy them, others want to make theirs, that's fine. Spend a little or a lot, it's up to you.
To sign up or if you have any questions please PM Jen (MaryKLady).
***The deadline for signing up is Sunday, December 13, 2009.***
What is a Fish Extender?
What type of gifts are given in Fish Extenders?
Am I on the list?

Thanks to Susie(ontariomonkey) for agreeing to organize the Magnet Exchange! If you have questions or want to join in on the fun, please PM Susie.

WANTED: Traveling Mickey Magnet Organizer
Our previous DIS'er had to change her travel plans. So we are looking for a generous soul to organize a Traveling Mickey. We've had lots of interest, please apply. PM Jen/MaryKLady

 

[MaryKLady]

Not sure if anyone is of the creative kind (I know I am not) but maybe t-shirts for our group can be done (how I do not know). I see all these shirts posted that people have done and they are so darn cute.

Here's my "non-graphic designer" attempt....

http://crusindisers.webs.com/meetgreets.htm

 

[Tinkerkell123]

Ok, so I updated all the info I could find. Please check your name to see if I've got it right now and let me know.

You are so AWESOME!!

 

[Tinkerkell123]

Here's my "non-graphic designer" attempt....

http://crusindisers.webs.com/meetgreets.htm

I like it! Simple, easy... What more could you ask! How is your dad doing? Started yet?

 

[MaryKLady]

I like it! Simple, easy... What more could you ask!

Why, thank you! I am graphically challenged so that's as good as it's gonna get.

 

[MaryKLady]

How is your dad doing? Started yet?

Traci, I was thinking the same thing. How's it going?

 

[TraciM]

Here's my "non-graphic designer" attempt....

http://crusindisers.webs.com/meetgreets.htm

So we are going to order t-shirts? If so, have we narrowed down a shirt and design? I have a few different designs I had made on the boards that are really cute and if anyone has any other design ideas in mind the graphics thread does a really good job.